What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at Tahoma Associates?
**WEEKENDS ARE A MUST**
**DAYS & SWING SHIFTS ARE NEEDED**
Candidates with CNA certification may qualify for higher compensation.
SUMMARY:
Are you an energetic and compassionate person? Do you enjoy helping and making a difference in peoples' lives? If so, we think you could make a great addition to Tahoma Associates!
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Supporting adults with developmental disabilities can be a challenging but rewarding job. We are a non-profit provider of residential services with a lot of heart. We strive to make a positive difference in our residents lives. We have locations in Tacoma and Gig Harbor and are hiring for all shifts! Direct care staff get to create recreational activities and opportunities for resident's personal development, assist our residents with activities of daily living, provide medication assistance, and provide a clean, safe, fun and healthy environment.
No experience or certificates required! We offer paid on-the-job-training, training and certificates for HIV, first aid and CPR, blood borne pathogens, 40 hr. curriculum, and an NAR/ HCA if needed.
We currently have opportunities within our Group Homes and in our Supported Living programs.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma or G.E.D.
- Valid Washington State Driver’s License and insurance
- Able to pass a background check
COMPANY BENEFITS:
- Medical/ Vision and Employer HSA Contribution
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- 401K Eligibility After One Year, Including 100% Employer Match
- Additional Voluntary Benefits
YOUR HCA IS VALUABLE. WE OFFER A BONUS TO THOSE THAT HAVE ALL THEIR REQUIRED CREDENTIALS AND ACCEPT A FULL TIME POSITION.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Salary: Pay commensurate with experience
Pay may depend on skills and/or qualifications
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22